We had good travels – found we really liked San Francisco, it’s beautiful and fun and has a unique sense of grace and style that sets it apart from other cities – but are glad to be home, too. Our flights home were pleasantly boring other than flying through a thunderstorm on the way home and pitying the poor out-of-staters who never have to ride our little puddle-jumper planes. They were rather green around the gills and one poor fellow (tough, outdoorsy type, coming to spend a week camping and fishing here) had to make rather expedient use of the airsickness bag. Made me feel tough, even though I too was approaching queasiness. =)
One thing of note: I finally found out my CA-125 and it is down. (457 before chemo, 349 after a couple chemo doses). Although not a huge drop, it is, of course, good news and is actually rather surprising to my healthcare team. Even a rise in CA-125 is considered normal after starting Doxil because it simply takes awhile to work, if it’s going to at all. So we are cautiously optimistic about that.
Life’s good though. It’s good to be home, nice to hear only quiet farm sounds without the constant rush and roar of traffic and people. A person forgets how beautiful it is here until they return. Guess it’s good to leave once in awhile so you don’t keep taking it for granted.
Last Eve in Houston
Hi all ya'll! Thanks for your comments and emails!! We're doing great - heading home in the morning, already. Hard to believe!!
Yesterday's appointment was basically a repeat of San Francisco's. We decided we must need to exhaust the 'normal' chemo options before I excite the big wig doctors into suggesting new/advanced treatments. Even with my repeated questions and requests, she had nothing to offer except what we've been doing and then more chemo. .... We admit to being a bit suprised as we surely hoped for some exciting news here, but we'll just head home and get back onto Doxil treatments, keeping our fingers crossed for a good response.
It's so lovely here though. Everyone complains about the heat, but truthfully we feel it's just as hot at home. And due to the frigid air conditioning everywhere it actually feels grand to soak the heat in when you step outside. =) The hotel has a covered walkway to the different hospital buildings and a wonderful shuttle service, provided free (notice I didn't say "FOR free" Michelle B. *smile*), so getting around is pleasantly simple.
Although this doesn't do it justice, here's a photo of the hotel atrium in the lobby. Like I said, it's so lovely here! Everyone does such wonderful things with lawns and landscaping!
Yesterday's appointment was basically a repeat of San Francisco's. We decided we must need to exhaust the 'normal' chemo options before I excite the big wig doctors into suggesting new/advanced treatments. Even with my repeated questions and requests, she had nothing to offer except what we've been doing and then more chemo. .... We admit to being a bit suprised as we surely hoped for some exciting news here, but we'll just head home and get back onto Doxil treatments, keeping our fingers crossed for a good response.
It's so lovely here though. Everyone complains about the heat, but truthfully we feel it's just as hot at home. And due to the frigid air conditioning everywhere it actually feels grand to soak the heat in when you step outside. =) The hotel has a covered walkway to the different hospital buildings and a wonderful shuttle service, provided free (notice I didn't say "FOR free" Michelle B. *smile*), so getting around is pleasantly simple.
Although this doesn't do it justice, here's a photo of the hotel atrium in the lobby. Like I said, it's so lovely here! Everyone does such wonderful things with lawns and landscaping!
Next...
Here we are again... now posting from Houston. Yesterday's flight went smooth as silk and we arrived here about 6 p.m. We are in the most amazing hotel which is connected directly to MD Anderson. They are totally amazing...
They prepare you for your appointment, tell you the best way to get there, provide every service needed, have a FREE shuttle to nearby dining/shopping/museums and the most beautiful rooms. It's a little like how Huntsman Cancer Center treated us... they just know what cancer patients need, how best to help them, etc. Thank you Karen F., for suggesting this place! We are very, very impressed.
Unfortunately we're in a bit of a hurry, so this will have to be it for now. Just wanted to let everyone know we're doing fine and I'll post again as soon as we can after the appointment.
Wish us luck.
They prepare you for your appointment, tell you the best way to get there, provide every service needed, have a FREE shuttle to nearby dining/shopping/museums and the most beautiful rooms. It's a little like how Huntsman Cancer Center treated us... they just know what cancer patients need, how best to help them, etc. Thank you Karen F., for suggesting this place! We are very, very impressed.
Unfortunately we're in a bit of a hurry, so this will have to be it for now. Just wanted to let everyone know we're doing fine and I'll post again as soon as we can after the appointment.
Wish us luck.
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